Welding Australia

Opinion: Weld Australia CEO Geoff Crittenden discusses the welding industry in Australia.  The trend of some state governments in relation to the procurement of fabricated steel in Australia is encouraging. For instance, in August 2018, the Victorian state government passed the Victorian Industry Participation Policy (Local Jobs First) Amendment Bill. This bill mandates minimum local … Continue reading Lowest common denominator procurement decisions put Australians at risk →

Students are accessing augmented reality technology simulation, allowing them to consolidate their welding competence and fast track their skills. The new Advanced Welder Training Centre (AWTC) at Regency Campus has 12 augmented reality welding simulators which can provide instant feedback on student performance, maximise safety and enhance the development of welding techniques through multiple practice … Continue reading Students bond with new augmented reality welding technology →

Weld Australia CEO Geoff Crittenden discusses the role welding plays in public safety.  The lack of regulation covering steel manufacturing, fabrication, and erection is a national disgrace that has reduced our industry to the lowest common denominator: cost. In a misguided commercial experiment, Australia eradicated the regulations that mandated compliance to Australian Standards. The aim … Continue reading Weld Australia: Welding compliance is an issue of public safety →

Weld Australia CEO Geoff Crittenden talks about welding in Australia.  Over the past 12 months, I have been shocked at the number of unsafe steel structures reported by industry. The primary cause of these safety concerns is welding that is not fit for purpose and does not comply with recognised international and Australian Standards. Australian … Continue reading Opinion: Lack of welder licensing and legislation threat to public safety →